# Qatar maritime trade and port activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/qatar-maritime-trade-and-port-activity
> Updated: 2026-10-01T11:04:16.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Qatar’s maritime logistics and port operations have shown significant activity in handling essential commodities and increasing vessel traffic.

Between May and July 2026, Hamad Port processed over 90,000 metric tons of grain to support national food security and market stability. The port utilizes specialized facilities for the storage and distribution of food commodities.

By September 2026, Mwani Qatar reported a 20 percent increase in vessel arrivals, with 160 vessels docking across Hamad, Doha, and Ruwais ports. During this period, container throughput rose by 10 percent compared to August, and livestock imports increased by 38 percent. This growth in maritime activity occurred despite regional trade disruptions linked to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-01: Mwani Qatar vessel arrivals rise 20 percent in September

Mwani Qatar saw a 20 percent rise in vessel arrivals in September, with increased container throughput and livestock imports across Hamad, Doha, and Ruwais ports.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mwani-qatar-vessel-arrivals-rise-20-percent-in-september

### 2026-09-06: Hamad Port handles 90,000 metric tons of grain to bolster Qatar food security

Hamad Port handled over 90,000 metric tons of grain from May to July 2026, bolstering Qatar’s food security and supply chain resilience through advanced infrastructure and strategic maritime links.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hamad-port-handles-90000-metric-tons-of-grain-to-bolster-qatar-food-security

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Cite as: Qatar maritime trade and port activity. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/qatar-maritime-trade-and-port-activity